Senior defensive end Willie Young has been named the recipient of the 2009 Governor's Award, given to the member of the Wolfpack football team who is the most valuable player based on ability, contribution, leadership and intangibles. The team awards were presented this week at NC State's senior dinner.

Young finished his career ranked second in NC State history in career tackles for loss (45.5) and sixth in sacks (20.5). A second-team All-ACC performer, he started 36 career games and played over 2,000 career snaps.

The Governor's Award is the only honor that is voted on by the entire team. The other awards are decided by the coaching staff. Here's a look at some of the other awards that were presented at the dinner.

CAREY BREWBAKER AWARD - Most Valuable Defensive LinemanAlan Michael Cash - Ranked fourth on the team in tackles and led all linemen.

MOST VALUABLE DEFENSIVE BACKBobby Floyd - Former walk-on who ranked fifth on the team in tackles and third in special teams plays.

MOST VALUABLE LINEBACKERRay Michel - Second-leading tackler on the team despite missing two games with an injury.

JIM RITCHER AWARD - Most Valuable Offensive Lineman (includes tightend)Ted Larsen - Candidate for the Rimington Trophy in only his second year playing on offense.

SPECIAL TEAM PLAYER OF THE YEARTaylor Gentry - Team leader in special teams tackles (21), special teams knockdowns (14) and plays (219).

MOST VALUABLE OFFENSIVE BACKRussell Wilson - Ranked third nationally in touchdown passes (31), the second-highest single-season total in school history. His 3,027 passing yards rank fifth in school history for a single season.

MIKE HARDY AWARD * Player who demonstrates a winning attitude and plays above his capabilitiesLeroy Burgess - Tied for the ACC lead in fumbles recovered, he was one of just three players on defense to start every game.

BO REIN AWARD * Player who makes a vital contribution in an unsung roleMatt Kushner (TE) - Returned from a knee injury to play in every game, starting three.

BOB WARREN AWARD * Integrity and SportsmanshipKoyal George (CB/WR) - Former walk-on who started five games (at both cornerback spots) and then moved to wide receiver midway through the season.

AL MICHAELS AWARD * Player who puts team before selfJulian Williams (OG/OT) - Played 686 snaps in 2009, starting games at guard and tackle.

KEN McNEILL IRON WOLF AWARD * Greatest comeback from injuryToney Baker - Winner of the ACC's Brian Piccolo Award, he came back to lead the team in rushing after missing almost two complete seasons with a devastating knee injury.